Fall 2011.pub - KidsAbility

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Abilities Discovered
Guelph-Wellington
Program Guide
Fall 2011
In This Issue... Page #
Frequently Asked Questions… 2
What’s New? (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Clinic; Shake it Up and Creative Arts)! 3
KidsAbility Child & Youth Programs 4 & 5
Child & Youth Adapted Aquatics 6
Fun Run THANKS! 7
Parent Workshops, Programs & Information 8 & 9
Recreational Programs and Opportunities 10
Clinics and Services 11
Contact Us 12
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Frequently Asked Questions…...
Registering for a KIDSABILITY Program?
Visit our website; www.kidsability.ca.
Click on the “Activities and Events” calendar at the lower right of your screen. Find the program you
wish to register for and follow the instructions! Call the hotline if questions, 519-780-0186 ext 300.
Who Can Register?
Children (ages birth—18) with physical and/or developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum
Disorders, who reside within Guelph / Wellington County.
Why is there a Registration Deadline?
We need to effectively prepare our staff and recruit volunteers for our programs. Planning for the
programs we create takes time; rooms need to be booked, supplies ordered so if there are not
enough participants, we unfortunately cancel the program.
Can KidsAbility Staff / Volunteers Administer Medications To Children Attending a Group
or Camp Program?
KidsAbility is not permitted to administer medications.
Is There Before and After Camp Care?
KidsAbility does not have the funding, the training or the mandate to provide before and after camp
care.
Will KidsAbility Provide Children With Personal Support Workers or Support
Counsellors?
A child’s worker is welcome, and may be required to attend for personal care or safety reasons.
Unfortunately KidsAbility does not have the funding, the training or the mandate to provide personal
support workers.
How Do I Pay For The Program?
Fees are due upon registration. Mail or drop off payment (address on back page).
September to June Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am—4:30pm; Tuesday’s 8:30am—7:30pm;
Saturday’s 9:00am-noon
July and August Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am—3:30pm
We are unable to accept debit or credit cards at this time.
Please make cheque payable to KidsAbility.
Is Financial Assistance Available?
Yes, financial assistance is available. Please call 519-780-0186 ext. 0 for more information.

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Focus on…Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Clinic
What’s it all about?
The clinic runs on Monday mornings and is offered to specific children with a physical disability
between the ages of 5 and 18. Children will have access to one-on-one sessions with a
physiotherapist, occupational therapist, or both! The clinic is for children who can be described
by one or more of the following sentences:
� I have specific home-based goals.
� I need monitoring but do not qualify for school physiotherapy or occupational therapy.
� I am receiving botox and need a new program.
(NOTE: your child needs to come to the clinic BEFORE and AFTER botox).
� I need home equipment/assistive devices/splints.
� I require power wheelchair training before qualifying for a prescription for a wheelchair.
How do I find out more?
Phone the program assistant at (519) 780-0186 x 0 to see if your child qualifies. When you phone make sure you have:
� specific home-based goals that you and your child want to achieve.
� the name of your child’s CCAC case manager (if applicable).
� the name of your child’s school physiotherapist and/or occupational therapist (if applicable).
SHAKE IT UP 4 KIDS this Fall! (ages 6-12)
Led by Karen Calzonetti
This program provides a fun way for youth with special needs to become active, healthy and fit movers. SHAKE IT UP offers a mixture
of games & dance activities for kids of all abilities. Movements range from fast & slow, high & low, as well as group & solo games,
promoting fun, personal choice, and social engagement.
Creative Arts for Children With Special Needs (ages 5 and up)
In partnership with Guelph Youth Music Centre
Your child will enjoy, group instrumental playing with accompanying therapist on piano or guitar; Group singing and vocalizing as well
as being the “soloist”; social interactions; greeting and closing songs that encourage group members to sing to each other and the
therapist.
WHEN: Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm
DATES: September 20 & 27 th , October 4, 11, 18 & 25 th
WHERE: Bulldog Interactive Fitness (259 Grange Road, Guelph)
COST: $75.00 for 6 classes
TO REGISTER: Email Karen at kcalzonetti@rogers.com (Please use the subject heading: “Shake it Up this Fall”) or call and leave
your name with staff at Bulldog Interactive Fitness (519-836-3838)
Date: Wednesday’s, October 5th—November 23, 2011
Time: 4:00—5:00 pm
Location: Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street Guelph. N2H 3Z7
Fee: $110
To Register: info@gymc.ca or call 519-837-1119

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Child & Youth Programs
REGISTER ON-LINE!
FINALLY…we have the ability for you to register for our KIDSABILITY programs on-line!
Visit our website www.kidsability.ca Go to the Activities and Events Calendar near the bottom of the screen and click on
the date and program you would like to register for. Check it out! If you still prefer to call, 519-780-0186 ext. 300.
COMING SOON...on-line payment option!
Time for a Rhyme (birth up to 3 years)
This program is a group experience for parents and young children. It focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs
and stories together. The simple structure of the program will provide an easy-going, non-threatening, inclusive and fun
environment. Communication, movement and attachment goals are emphasized. Parents will have the opportunity before and after
the program to socialize with other parents and seek support and resources.
Date: Saturday’s starting September 10 to October 29, 2011(7 weeks; session cancelled Oct 8)
Time: 10:00—11:00 am
Location: KidsAbility Bus Stop Room (at KidsAbility office)
Fee: $15/family
To Register: www.kidsability.ca—Go to the activities and events calendar.
Registration Deadline: August 27
Time for a Rhyme (4-7 years) **NEW!**
Date: Saturday’s starting November 5—December 17, 2011 (7 weeks)
Time: 10:00—11:00 am
Location: KidsAbility Clubhouse Room—enter at Rink 1 on first floor.
Fee: $15/family
To Register: www.kidsability.ca—Go to the activities and events calendar.
Registration Deadline: October 22
KidsAbility Choir (8 - 18 years)
Find your voice and experience community through song! A choir director will lead participants to make music through song, rhythm
and simple instruments. No experience necessary! Performances to be arranged.
Date: Saturday’s, Sept. 17 – Dec 10 (no session Oct. 8 Thanksgiving weekend)
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 am
Location: KidsAbility Butterfly Room (at KidsAbility Office)
Fee: $20
To Register: www.kidsability.ca—Go to the activities and events calendar.
Registration Deadline: September 6
Keeping In Touch (birth to 5 years)
This is a service to support parents of children ages birth to 5, while they wait for their children to begin therapy. This is an
opportunity to have questions answered and clarified by an Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. These services will be
offered 4 times a year: winter, spring, summer and fall. You can attend a 1 hour session to discuss your child’s progress or ask any
questions you may have about therapy suggestions with a therapist. You should bring your child. Therapists will make suggestions
for the next steps in areas such as play, feeding, motor skills, and equipment needs.
Date: Tuesday September 13th
Times: 9:00 am—12:00 pm, 1:00 pm—3:00 pm
Please call to book a 1 hr session with an OT, PT or Both
Location: KidsAbility
Fee: Free
To Register: Call KidsAbility Program Assistant at 519-780-0186 ext. 0 to schedule an appointment
Registration Deadline: August 30
Get Active (Ages: High School Students) A partnership program with Wellington Catholic District School Board.
Get Active encourages high school students with developmental disabilities to enhance their physical fitness and participation in
recreation. This fall, students from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School and Bishop MacDonell Catholic High School will have
the opportunity to learn about fitness, try some new fitness and recreation activities, and learn about how to pursue activities in the
community.
Dates: Six weeks in mid October to end November
Time: 12:30 – 2:30
Location: Various
Fee: Free!
To Register: Speak to your teacher or E.A.

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Quilting Patches (10 -– 18 years) **NEW!**
From a wonderful idea, a passion for sewing, a chest full of fabric and willing volunteers, a new, crafty recreational opportunity has
begun! Each week of “Quilting Patches” participants will be given the opportunity to use their imagination and learn new quilting
skills, such as planning, cutting and sewing (manually or with a machine). By the end of the 6 weeks each participant will have sewn
their own unique quilt patch that will be sewn together with everyone else’s to make a creative, one of kind, quilt hanging that will
decorate our foyer at KidsAbility. They will also have the opportunity to make a project and bring it home as well! If you have a
sewing machine you are welcome to bring it or share with others. Any other supplies, such as thread or fabric remnants are
welcome. Don’t miss out on this fun and creative opportunity! Can’t wait to see you there!
Date: Tuesday’s, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: KidsAbility – Butterfly Room
Fee: Free!
To Register: www.kidsability.ca—Go to the activities and events calendar.
Registration Deadline: September 6
Get a Kick Out of Soccer (4- 12 years)
Guelph Soccer and KidsAbility are proud to offer this partnership soccer program to children with physical and developmental
disabilities! This 8 week program will be taught by an experienced Guelph Soccer coach and supported by KidsAbility staff.
Participants will learn basic soccer skills in a non-competitive and fun team environment. Sessions will take place at the Indoor Soccer
Facility and each participant will receive a free soccer uniform shirt, kindly donated by Guelph Soccer’s uniform supplier, and an age
appropriate soccer ball from Guelph Soccer. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for a lot of fun! Sign up today!
Date: Wednesday’s, Oct. 12 – Dec. 7 (no session Nov. 9)
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Guelph Indoor Soccer Dome, 375 College Ave. W.
Fee: $60 (includes uniform and soccer ball!)
To Register: Visit Guelph Soccer at 375 College Ave. W. for office hours call 519.824.2199
Registration Deadline: October 5
Cook It Up (10- 18 years)
Child & Youth Programs
REGISTER ON-LINE!
FINALLY…we have the ability for you to register for our KIDSABILITY programs on-line!
Visit our website www.kidsability.ca Go to the Activities and Events Calendar near the bottom of the screen and click on
the date and program you would like to register for. Check it out! If you still prefer to call, 519-780-0186 ext. 300.
COMING SOON...on-line payment option!
If food is prepared, kids will come! So why not encourage kids to learn food preparation skills for themselves! In the fall we are taking
a little trip around the world! Although we will be staying in Guelph, each week the participants will plan, prepare and sample foods
they might encounter in different regions of the world. Preparing these main dishes will be fun, with plenty of practical tips on the
side, and many new recipes to bring home to share!
Come on out and “Cook It Up” with us!
Date: Thursday’s, Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: TBA
Fee: $60
To Register: www.kidsability.ca—Go to the activities and events calendar.
Registration Deadline: September 29
SibShops (ages 5—- 12) Workshops for brothers and sisters of individuals with special needs.
In partnership with Playsense!
Here’s a chance to have fun with new friends and for you to get out all of the “good stuff” and the “tough stuff” about having a
brother or sister with special needs. Come out and have fun playing crazy games and activities together, eating lunch, and chatting
it up with kids who know what it’s like to be a sibling!
Come out and meet other siblings who “get it”!!
Date: Saturday, November 5th
Time: 9:00-12:30 pm (Family Time 12:30-1:00pm)
Location: Playsense Activity Centre, 20 Shelldale Crescent, Guelph
(Use the red pillar entrance)
Fee: $15 per workshop; includes lunch and snacks
To Register: www.kidsability.ca—Go to the activities and events calendar.
Registration Deadline: October 21

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Child & Youth Aquatics
Adapted Aquatics in Guelph!
In partnership with the City of Guelph. Adapted aquatics is for children and youth with a physical and/or developmental disability who need
specialized instruction to feel comfortable in the water and to progress in their swimming skills. Participants will be taught by an experienced Aquatics
instructor and assisted by a volunteer. Upon registration, you will be required to complete an application form to determine whether the program is
appropriate for your child. Every effort will be made to find appropriate support for program participants. Registration is dependent on volunteer
availability. All programs are 9 weeks in length.
Registration Information:
To register for all of the Adapted Aquatics Programs
Call 519-837-5699 or visit http://regexpress.guelph.ca
Level
Adapted Aquatics –
Parent and Tot
4 mos-3 yrs
30 min.
R $55.40
Adapted Aquatics –
Preschool
3-6 yrs
30 min.
R $55.40
Adapted Aquatics –
Just Starting
7-11 yrs
45 min.
R60.60
Adapted Aquatics –
Next Steps
7-11 yrs
45 min.
R 60.60
Adapted Aquatics –
Starting Strokes
7-11 years
45 min.
R $60.60
Adapted Aquatics –
Teen
12-18 yrs
45 min.
R $60.60
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Registration Information:
Registration begins August 24, 2011.
Call Centre Wellington Parks and Recreation Dept. at (519) 843-2800 Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex
Adapted Aquatics - Private Lessons 9 weeks, 30 min. each $63.00
Fall Session 1 Times Fall Session 2 Times
Sunday’s Sept 18 - Nov 13
Tuesday’s Sept 20 - Nov 15
Wednesday’s Sep 21 - Nov 16
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Tuesday’s Nov 22 - Jan 31
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Wednesday’s Nov 23 - Feb 1
(no class Dec 28 & Jan 4)
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The 5 th Annual KidsAbility 1KM Fun Run/Walk was held June 5 th
at the West End Community Centre and raised over
$38,000!
Since its inception in 2007,
the KidsAbility 1KM Fun Run/Walk has raised over
$126,000!
This helps to provide therapy to over 850 children in
Guelph & Wellington County.
Please visit our website to check out the photos!
http://www.kidsability.ca/en/Guelph1KMFunRunWalk#/photos/27/resized_P1090628.JPG
THANK YOU
to our families, friends, volunteers, staff, committee and our generous sponsors:
Bayer Crop Science
Burley & Griffin Industrial Inc.
Devlan Construction Ltd.
Home Depot
Hullmar Realty Canada Limited
Linamar
M&M Meats
Motion Specialties
Nestle Waters
Robinson Lott & Brohman
Rubbermaid
RWDI
Sleeman
UPS
WCDSB
Winmar

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Parent Workshops...
THE GUELPH WELLINGTON FASD ACTION GROUP
Presents a
FREE WORKSHOP
for caregivers of
individuals affected fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS AT SCHOOL AND HOME
Saturday September 24, 2011
From 9:00am – 3:30 pm
Snacks and Lunch provided
Childcare can be provided if needed.
To register or for more information please call
Catherine - 519-824-2410 Ext.289
Location to be announced
Augmentative Communication Workshops
Did you know that the Augmentative Communication Service (ACS) at KidsAbility offers free workshops on a variety of topics?
Topics include:
Supporting Early Communication Using a Speech Generating Device (SGD) Functionally
Vocabulary Selection and Designing Overlays Adaptations to Support Shared Reading
Visual Strategies for Communication Developing and Using Conversation Books
Using Switches to Play Computer Play for Young Children with Disabilities
Workshops offer caregivers the opportunity to learn about strategies, to ask questions and to meet other caregivers and
professionals in a small group setting. We encourage attendance by parents, caregivers, SLP’s, OT’s, teachers, EA’s, community
support workers and anyone else with an interest in supporting communication. Your child or client does not have to be currently
receiving service or on the ACS waitlist to attend.
Registration is necessary and workshops are offered at KidsAbility sites in Guelph, Cambridge and Waterloo.
An up to date schedule, registration information and a description of workshop content can be
found on the KidsAbility Website at http://www.kidsability.ca/en/Workshops.
PARENT 2 PARENT
Guelph-Wellington
~Putting PARENTS of children, youth and adult children with special needs
in touch with each other~
Parent 2 Parent is a new parent engagement initiative designed to create an active parent network to connect parents who are
raising a child or an adult with special needs. The journey with special needs can be isolating and difficult. Parents have
considerable knowledge to share and can also learn from each other. We want to try and ensure that all families living with special
needs, regardless of diagnosis, age or circumstances has a supportive network when they need it. Many families share common
challenges of diet, sleep disorders, social opportunities, IEP's and the school system, to name a few.
The KidsAbility Centre of Excellence facilitated a similar initiative in Waterloo Region to help parents connect with parents. This
resulted in the parents building the Waterloo Region Family Network. Parents in Wellington County have also expressed an interest
in ‘finding each other’ and these meetings are being facilitated by KidsAbility and interested partner agencies to help support this
formative process.
MEETING SCHEDULE—4th Thursday of the month from Sept to Nov 2011—PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Sept. 22, Oct. 27, Nov. 24
TO RSVP or if you have questions,
Email address: p2p@kidsability.ca
Voicemail at KidsAbility: 519-780-0186 Ext 250

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KidsAbility and Ontario Early Year’s Centre’s present...
Parent Support Groups
We are continuing our partnership with the Ontario Early Years Centre to offer parent support groups during their Something Special
Play Drop In play groups. This fall we will be offering parent support groups in Mount Forest, Fergus and Guelph.
Something Special Drop-In Play Group is run by the OEYC and designed for children with exceptionalities and their parents. It
includes free play, circle time with songs and stories and provides a relaxed environment where families can feel comfortable and
have fun. Children and siblings up to age 6 are welcome to attend. No registration is required.
New Beginnings – is a 6 week parent support group offered by KidsAbility during the Something Special Drop- In. It provides
practical skills for parents, and a time to meet other families. Although the diagnoses may be different, many families have similar
questions and concerns. Parents and children meet in the same room. Siblings up to age 6 welcome to attend.
Transitions – is a new 3 week parent group that will be offered in Fergus during the Something Special Drop-In this fall. It will
include input from a Transition Consultant, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker. It will focus on the common transition
experiences of parents whose children are entering daycare, school or the community for the first time. Registration limited.
Fergus:
Something Special Drop In runs every Thursday morning 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. until December 22, 2011.
Transitions will run on Thursday mornings October 6, 13 and 20, 2011 from 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Fergus - Early Years Centre, 160 St. David Street South
Fee: Free
To register for Transitions: Visit www.kidsability.ca and go to our calendar
Mount Forest:
Something Special and New Beginnings will run together on Tuesday mornings 10:30 to noon, October 11, 2011 to November
15, 2011.
Location: Early Years Centre 311 Foster Street, Mount Forest
Fee: Free
To register: Visit www.kidsability.ca and go to our calendar
Guelph
Something Special Drop In runs every Thursday morning 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. until December 22, 2011.
New Beginnings will run Thursday mornings October 20 – November 24 th , 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Early Years Centre, Stone Road Mall, second level
Fee: free
To register for New Beginnings: Visit www.kidsability.ca and go to our calendar
Need more information?
Call Rebecca Erickson, KidsAbility (Fergus) Social Worker 519 – 787-2612 ext. 24
Amanda Wood- Atkinson, KidsAbility (Guelph) Social Worker 519 – 780 – 0186 ext 228
INFORMATION BULLETIN: JUNE 10, 2011
AN UPDATE ON…
DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
ONTARIO CENTRAL WEST REGION
Sunbeam Residential Development Centre - Kitchener
A NEW WAY TO ACCESS ADULT DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES AND SUPPORTS
Starting July 1, 2011, adults with developmental disabilities will have a new way to apply for developmental services and supports.
Nine regional contact points, called Developmental Services Ontario (DSO’s), will provide information to callers, confirm eligibility for
services and supports, and help people apply for services that will help them meet their goals and needs.
Sunbeam Residential Development Centre will operate the DSO for Central West Region. Central West Region includes Waterloo
Region, Wellington and Dufferin Counties, and Peel and Halton Regions. By calling a toll-free phone number, adults with
developmental disabilities and their caregivers will be able to connect with services and supports. Reception services will be provided
in both English and French.
For more information…
Developmental Services Ontario Central West Region
Email: dsocwr@rogers.com
(519) 741-1121, extension 2230

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Recreational Programs & Opportunities
Specialized programs for children and youth with special needs in Guelph and Wellington
Financial
Assistance for
Rec. Programs
Parents and
Tots Playtime at
Playsense
Horseback
Riding
Do you need help paying for recreation programs for your child? Funding is available through the Children’s
Foundation of Guelph Wellington. Call 519-826-9551 or to download an application form got to
www.childrensfoundation.org/applying-for-funding
Looking for something fun to do with your toddler? Playsense is a fully accessible play centre for individuals with
developmental disabilities. Playsense offers a unique place for users to play at their own pace, fostering a variety
of visual, auditory and tactile adventures. Parents and Tots Playtime is offered every Monday from 10 am-
12:00pm. Cost is $5 (subsidy available). For more information, call Playsense at 519-780-5052.
Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre offers therapeutic horseback riding lessons, farm discovery
programs, and summer camps. For more information visit www.sunrise-therapeutic.ca or call (519) 837-0558
Music Music for Children with Special Needs is a small group program for children ages 5-10, led by a certified
music therapist. Contact the Guelph Youth Music Centre at (519) 837-1119 or www.gymc.ca for more info.
Casual T-Ball Heavy Hitters A team for players of all Special Abilities all ages! Play every Saturday morning starting May
2011 for our 5th season. Free for all players. T-ball, bowling, dancing, swimming, mini-golf and lots more
activities. Please contact: Heather and Dean Clemmer 519-638-5001 racing_crew@sympatico.ca
Social
Group
Special
Olympics
Swimming
lessons
Friday Friends is a social program for teens and young adults with intellectual disabilities. See the Guelph
Community Guide for more information.
Guelph-Wellington programs include bowling, swimming, basketball, floor hockey and track and field. Wellington
fall-spring programs include bowling, softball and swimming. For more information contact Jenn Klaus at
(519) 858-9523 or jenniferk@specialolympicsontario.com
The City of Guelph & Centre Wellington offers adapted swimming lessons for children and youth who could
benefit from having a small class and a volunteer assisting them in the water. See the schedule in this guide for
more information.
Inclusive Recreation opportunities
These local recreation providers have been working hard to offer inclusive programming. Give them a call to see if their program is
a good fit for your child!
Art Elora Centre for the Arts (519) 846-9698 or www.eloracentreforthearts.ca
Guelph School of Art (519) 767-1317 www.wyndhamARTsupplies.com
Pablo’s World of Cartoons (519)731-2957 www.guelpharts.ca/pablo
7 Heather Studio (519) 824-2907—Barb Shaw
City of Guelph See the Guelph Community Guide or visit www.guelph.ca One2One support is available upon request for all city
run recreation programs.
Dance Guelph Youth Dance Training Program — (519) 780-2220 www.guelphyouthdance.ca
Flying Dance Company — (519) 767-2721 www.flyingdancecompany.com
Fitness and
sport skills
Bulldog Fitness (519) 836-3838 www.bulldoginteractivefitness.com
YMCA-YWCA (519) 824-5150 www.guelphy.org
Gymnastics The Little Gym— (519) 821-3547 tlgguelphon.com
Karate Fighting Griffin Family Karate (519) 767-1637 guelphfamilykarate.ca
Swimming
Club
Guelph Marlins- (519) 836-3820 guelphmarlins.ca
Drama Educational Theatre Collective offers evening youth drama classes. Youth will be supported in developing
their own characters, writing scripts and practicing performance techniques. No previous experience necessary.
Call Candice Barrett at 519-546-7801 or educationaltheratrecollective@gmail.com
Afterschool
Programs
Power
Wheelchair
Hockey!
City of Guelph Neighbourhood Groups—for programs in your neighbourhood, visit Guelph.ca—recreation and
culture—neighbourhood groups
Power Wheelchair Hockey for power wheelchair users, any age! This sport gives individuals with mobility
challenges and limited upper body strength the opportunity to develop sport skills, be part of a team, and
experience friendly competition. Sticks may be held or fastened to the chair. Saturdays from 10am - noon at
Lincoln Heights PS, 270 Quickfall Dr. Waterloo. For more information or to register, contact Chris Hodnett at 519-
885-6640 or email kwaa@kwa.on.ca

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Clinics & Services—-Guelph-Wellington
Early Years Services birth until eligible for Senior Kindergarten
Children with developmental or physical delays or disabilities.
Services offered include:
Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work and Therapeutic Recreation, offered at the centre, in child care or in the home, as
needed. Range of services may include assessment, individual or group intervention, consultation, mediator model, parent support/
education, home programming, community training, equipment recommendations, monitoring, transition-to-school and referrals to
other services. Child and parent groups. Partnerships and outreach to community.
Keeping in Touch birth until eligible for Senior Kindergarten
Families of children on the waitlist for assessment or intervention. Services offered include:
Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy support for families while children are on the waitlist. Range of services may include phone
calls, home visits, centre-based visits to relieve worry, get started on some home programming, make other referrals, etc…
Inclusion Support Services—birth to 6 years of age (Services funded by the County of Wellington)
Children attending licensed centre-based or home childcare programs with developmental or physical delays or disabilities.
Services offered include:
Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy offered at the childcare program. Range of services may include assessment,
consultation, mediator model, provider support/education, home programming, community training, equipment recommendations,
monitoring, transition-to-school and referrals to other services.
School Years Services 5-18 years of age (Fees are applicable for some groups. Subsidy available)
Children and youth with developmental or physical delays or disabilities. Services offered include:
Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work and Therapeutic Recreation offered at the centre or in the community, as needed.
Goal based therapeutic groups aimed at promoting the development of recreation and leisure, physical, communication, social, and
life skills. Range of services include group intervention, parent support/education, community training and referrals to other services.
Connections/partnerships with community programs including Yoga, soccer, swimming, etc.
Resource Centre Services
A Resource Centre is available to clients and community members where family resource materials as well as educational toys may be
borrowed. Over 700 items are available as well as a family computer where Boardmaker may be accessed.
Augmentative Communication Services (ACS)
Augmentative communication services provide a variety of non-traditional methods of communication to assist individuals who are
unable to communicate effectively, either verbally or through writing.
Autism Intervention Services
Intensive behaviour intervention services provided for children with autism.
Inclusion Training for Recreation Providers
Therapeutic Recreation Services offers free training workshops on how to adapt community programs to include children
with physical or developmental disabilities. These workshops are appropriate for groups that provide recreation-based
activities including summer camps, after school programs and community sport programs.
Infant Hearing Program Auditory Verbal Therapy
Auditory Verbal Therapy services provided for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Orthotics Clinics
Orthotics clinics assess clients for specialized foot orthotics, in conjunction with Toronto Orthopedics.
Seating and Mobility Clinics
Seating and Mobility clinics assess clients for manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, stroller and postural seating
systems. The assessment takes into account a child’s physical status, functional ability and mobility needs.
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Clinic
This clinic will be offered to clients with specific physical needs who may require services. Call for more information.

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Our Mission
KidsAbility empowers children and youth with special needs to realize their full potential.
Located in the West End
Community Centre
21 Imperial Road South
Guelph, Ontario N1K 1X3
Guelph-Wellington Program
Hours of Operation (Guelph Site)
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday’s 8:30am to 7:30 pm
Saturday’s 9:00am to 12:00 pm
July & August Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Contact Us
Phone: 519-780-0186 Fax:519-780-0470
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GUELPH SITE FERGUS SITE
Located in the Community
Resource Centre
160 St. David St. South
Fergus, Ontario N1M 2L3